Description
A delightful dish featuring chicken sausage, creamy orzo, and a medley of fresh vegetables, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken sausage
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Heat the pan: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Allow it to shimmer, signaling it’s ready for the ingredients.
- Sauté aromatics: Toss in the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, around 3-4 minutes.
- Brown the sausage: Add the chicken sausage to the skillet, breaking it apart with your spatula. Cook until it’s nicely browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Incorporate vegetables: Stir in the diced bell peppers and zucchini. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add orzo and broth: Sprinkle in the orzo, followed by the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to simmer and cover the skillet. Let it cook until the orzo is tender and absorbs most of the broth, approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Finish with tomatoes: Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Serve and garnish: Scoop portions onto plates, finishing with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and a sprinkle of fresh basil.
Notes
Feel free to substitute chicken sausage with turkey sausage or plant-based alternatives for a lighter version. Adjust the broth depending on how creamy you prefer your orzo.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg